Argentina
All expressions
Argentina
All expressions
Grandma — borrowed from the Italian 'nonna,' reflecting the deep Italian heritage of Argentina and Uruguay. The nona is the one who stuffs you with food, bundles you up even when it's warm, and loves you unconditionally.
Short for 'mutuals' — people who follow you and you follow them back on social media. Your moots are your online circle, the people who interact with your content regularly.
Drunk, hammered in Argentina and Uruguay. When the night got out of hand and you can't even walk straight anymore.
Estar muerto de miedo o angustia esperando que algo salga bien. Es esa sensación de tener el corazón en la garganta mientras rezas para que no pase lo peor.
The Rioplatense way of saying 'get out of here' or 'beat it,' usually said when someone is being annoying or has overstayed their welcome. It's direct, dismissive, and very Argentine.